Official Expert Answer
Official certifications are usually inexpensive; you just need to choose the right place:
• Citizen's offices/offices for citizens often certify copies for a small fee per certification – usually significantly cheaper than a notary.
• Many authorities, churches (for church documents), or the issuing body itself can also certify.
• Important: For the Approbation, the certification must come from an authority that uses an official service seal. Ask your Approbationsbehörde which certifications they accept.
• Tip: Get several sets of documents certified at once, as authorities often keep the copies and you will need new ones later for a visa/job.
A notary is also an option, but usually more expensive. In most cases, the citizen's office is sufficient for the same result.
• Citizen's offices/offices for citizens often certify copies for a small fee per certification – usually significantly cheaper than a notary.
• Many authorities, churches (for church documents), or the issuing body itself can also certify.
• Important: For the Approbation, the certification must come from an authority that uses an official service seal. Ask your Approbationsbehörde which certifications they accept.
• Tip: Get several sets of documents certified at once, as authorities often keep the copies and you will need new ones later for a visa/job.
A notary is also an option, but usually more expensive. In most cases, the citizen's office is sufficient for the same result.